The Command Zone | Vampire Precon Upgrade Guide | “Blood Rites” | Lost Caverns of Ixalan | The Command Zone 576 @commandcast | Uploaded November 2023 | Updated October 2024, 10 hours ago.
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Show Notes:
Looking to give your precon more bite? Then don’t miss this upgrade guide for “Blood Rites,” the Orzhov (white and black) vampire deck from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. See which 10 new cards should join the legion, and which 10 you can drive a stake through to make room, all for under 50 bucks! With our help, you’ll conquer your next Commander game in no time.
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Link to full deck upgrade:
archidekt.com/decks/5823929/blood_rites_precon_upgrade_ep_576
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KINFIRE DELVE:
Get your copy of Kinfire Delve: Vainglory’s Grotto at kinfiredelve.com and use code Command10 for 10% off. Tons of fun and strategy, all in a $20 box!
MINT MOBILE:
Get your wireless plan for just $15 a month. For a limited time, buy any 3-month Mint Mobile plan and get 3 more months FREE at mintmobile.com/command.
ETSY:
For handcrafted and affordable gifts, Etsy has it! Get 10% off your first Etsy purchase when you use code HOLIDAY10 at etsy.com/.
INDEED:
Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at indeed.com/commandzone.
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ARCHIDEKT:
Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!
CARD KINGDOM:
The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: cardkingdom.com/command
ULTRAPRO:
Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: ultrapro.com/command
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Relevant Links:
Damen Lenz
Twitter: @DamenLenz
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The End Step:
Elden Ring
bandainamcoent.com/games/elden-ring
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Follow us on TikTok:
@thecommandzone
Follow us on Instagram:
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Email us:
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
mtgcommander.net
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:01 - "Blood Rites" Precon Upgrade
00:04:18 - Clavileño, Fist of the Blessed
00:07:12 - Carmen, Cruel Skymarcher
00:09:19 - “Blood Rites” Deck Stats
00:18:05 - Who Should You Run as the Commander?
00:22:47 - Reprint Value
00:27:53 - Notable Reprints
00:33:00 - Best Cards in the Deck
00:37:29 - Upgrade Goals
00:41:39 - Cards to Add
00:53:51 - Cards to Take Out
01:07:54 - How the Deck Plays
01:12:13 - To the Listeners
01:15:22 - Damen and Elden Ring!
#magicthegathering #mtg #commander #mtgcommander #edh #podcast #commandzone
Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! patreon.com/commandzone
--------
Show Notes:
Looking to give your precon more bite? Then don’t miss this upgrade guide for “Blood Rites,” the Orzhov (white and black) vampire deck from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. See which 10 new cards should join the legion, and which 10 you can drive a stake through to make room, all for under 50 bucks! With our help, you’ll conquer your next Commander game in no time.
--------
Link to full deck upgrade:
archidekt.com/decks/5823929/blood_rites_precon_upgrade_ep_576
--------
KINFIRE DELVE:
Get your copy of Kinfire Delve: Vainglory’s Grotto at kinfiredelve.com and use code Command10 for 10% off. Tons of fun and strategy, all in a $20 box!
MINT MOBILE:
Get your wireless plan for just $15 a month. For a limited time, buy any 3-month Mint Mobile plan and get 3 more months FREE at mintmobile.com/command.
ETSY:
For handcrafted and affordable gifts, Etsy has it! Get 10% off your first Etsy purchase when you use code HOLIDAY10 at etsy.com/.
INDEED:
Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at indeed.com/commandzone.
--------
ARCHIDEKT:
Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!
CARD KINGDOM:
The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: cardkingdom.com/command
ULTRAPRO:
Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: ultrapro.com/command
--------
Relevant Links:
Damen Lenz
Twitter: @DamenLenz
--------
The End Step:
Elden Ring
bandainamcoent.com/games/elden-ring
--------
Follow us on TikTok:
@thecommandzone
Follow us on Instagram:
@CommandCast
Follow us on Twitter:
@CommandCast
@JoshLeeKwai
@jfwong
@wachelreeks
Follow us on Facebook:
facebook.com/commandcast
Email us:
commandzonecast@gmail.com
--------
Commander Rules and Ban List:
mtgcommander.net
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:01 - "Blood Rites" Precon Upgrade
00:04:18 - Clavileño, Fist of the Blessed
00:07:12 - Carmen, Cruel Skymarcher
00:09:19 - “Blood Rites” Deck Stats
00:18:05 - Who Should You Run as the Commander?
00:22:47 - Reprint Value
00:27:53 - Notable Reprints
00:33:00 - Best Cards in the Deck
00:37:29 - Upgrade Goals
00:41:39 - Cards to Add
00:53:51 - Cards to Take Out
01:07:54 - How the Deck Plays
01:12:13 - To the Listeners
01:15:22 - Damen and Elden Ring!
#magicthegathering #mtg #commander #mtgcommander #edh #podcast #commandzone
